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I dont mean to sound - I dont want it to come out funny, but I dont like show business. I love - I love acting in films.
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"I don't mean to sound - I don't want it to come out funny, but I don't like show business. I love - I love acting in films. I love it"

- Gene Wilder

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In this quote, Gene Wilder is expressing his ambivalence towards show company. He knows the potential for his words to be misinterpreted as humorous, however he is determined that he is being sincere. He is clear that he does not like program company, however he likewise loves acting in movies. This suggests that he is able to separate the two, which he has the ability to appreciate the art of acting without being fascinated with the market. He is able to recognize the potential for show service to be exploitative and destructive, but he is still able to discover happiness in the craft of acting. This quote talks to Wilder's capability to be truthful and crucial of the industry while still discovering delight in his work.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Gene Wilder somewhere between June 11, 1933 and today. He was a famous Actor from USA. The author also have 11 other quotes.

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